By Shelly Lurie
Nothing reminds us more of summer than cooking food on a barbeque – with the quintessential side dish always being grilled corn on the cob.
We’ve spiced up this classic summer staple with two fun recipes that are sure to fit in with any BBQ! As always, our recipes are designed to be prepared with union-made ingredients and support unionized grocery stores.
by Sahid Fawaz One of the prevailing myths about the economic landscape today is that if a person merely works then he or she will do fine. The reality, hwoever, is that huge, wealthy multinational companies are leading a race to the bottom by paying poverty level wages to their workers while giving their executives…
By Shelly Lurie
It may not “officially” be summer yet, but boy, the heat here in California is really making us want to get outside and soak up the rays with a light, refreshing beverage in hand. We’ve gotten creative by bringing hard cider and liquor together; the combination is crisp and sweet with a bit of a kick. The best part: It’s crafted with union-made ingredients! What more could you ask for on a hot day?
This cocktail is sure to keep you cool and refreshed through the summer while putting power to the purchase! Give it a try, and let us know what you think.
May 27 is National Sunscreen Day! Yes, summer has unofficially started and the sun worshippers will be back at the beach and taking full advantage of the warm weather. Don’t forget the Coppertone and Bain de Soleil! These union-made products not only protect your skin, but represent companies that protect a way of doing business…
By Michael Messina
This Monday we celebrate Memorial Day. We remember and honor those who have lost their lives while serving to protect this country, its citizens and all the freedoms that we enjoy so much. Shake the hand of a veteran, hug a member of the United States military or simply say thank you for all they have fought for.
by Sahid Fawaz
With summer around the corner, it’s a great time to book a getaway or two. And when you’re trying to decide on a hotel, UNITE HERE has you covered with their terrific list of union hotels. We went through that list and picked some jaw-dropping hotels that set the standard for luxury and style. Everyone should experience at least one of these hotels at some point in their life – they are truly a breed apart. And the best thing is you will be supporting good union jobs by choosing these hotels!
1. Mandarin Oriental New York
By Michael Messina
Workers who wash cars for a living have it tough. The water, the chemicals, the long hours all equal harsh working conditions.
But things are starting to look up for over 100 “carwasheros” in Los Angeles. Over a dozen car wash locations in Southern California, from Ventura to San Diego, have signed union contracts in recent months, thanks to our friends at the United Steelworkers and their terrific collaboration with the Community Labor Environmental Action Network (CLEAN) car wash campaign. What will that mean for the workers? Better wages, better working conditions and a voice on the job. The CLEAN campaign, in conjunction with the United Steelworkers Local 675, has been working to spread the word of these unionized workers, now totaling 133 employees.
by Sahid Fawaz One question consumers often have is where to buy American-made products. One store in Angola, Indiana has made it easier for them by running a business that sells only American goods. The American Store, formerly known as American Made Shopper, is on a mission to provide consumers a no-hassle way…
